We Tried Trader Joe’s Pumpkin Empanadas

First things first, these are NOT called Pumpkin PIE empanadas. It's true, these are spiced with cinnamon, clove, allspice, ginger and salt. But this is not quite pumpkin pie. They aren't as sweet as all that. And I really really like Trader Joe's Pumpkin Empanadas! Through all the ice creams and desserts you've often…

ByMichelleSeptember 30, 20200Comments

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We Tried Trader Joe’s Murasaki Sweet Potato Chips

Ya'll know how much I loved the Sweet Potato Chips from Peru Trader Joe's had this spring/summer. Well, for the fall, they're bringing us Trader Joe's Murasaki Sweet Potato Chips. Made from a Japanese sweet potato variety that's starchier and less sweet than a garnet or jewel yam, these new chips bring the crunch, but…

ByMichelleSeptember 21, 20200Comments

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We Tried Trader Joe’s Jalapeño Seasoned Corn & Rice Puffs

I won't lie, eating Trader Joe's Jalapeño Seasoned Corn & Rice Puffs, is a little bit like eating styrofoam peanuts. But in a good way? They've got some extra crunchiness from the corn. And the good news is they don't stick in your teeth. And hey, they're vegan and gluten-free! They've got a decent…

ByMichelleSeptember 10, 20200Comments

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We Tried Trader Joe’s Creamy Cauliflower Jalapeño Dip

Trader Joe's just can't help itself when it comes to cauliflower. But where people looooooove the Cauliflower Gnocchi, and the Cauliflower Thins are interesting, I don't think Trader Joe's Creamy Cauliflower Jalapeño Dip is going to set any records. It's true that cauliflower is the first ingredient, but I don't actually know what it's doing…

ByMichelleJuly 2, 20200Comments

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We Tried Trader Joe’s Queso Fundido

If you're already overwhelmed by all the holiday treats hitting Trader Joe's this week, good news. TJ's rolled out a spicy cheese dip you're gonna want at every party this holiday season. Even better news, Trader Joe's Queso Fundido ($5.99 for a 1 lb. container) keeps it simple. You just microwave it and it's done…

ByMichelleNovember 21, 20190Comments

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We Tried Trader Joe’s Piccolo Pizza

Frozen pizza isn't usually my first pick at Trader Joe's. I'd rather grab a ball of their fresh dough and add my own sauce and toppings. But the Organic Tomato Mozzarella Piccolo Pizza caught my eye. With naturally fermented dough (meaning the crust should actually have some flavor), and a $2.99 price point, I threw…

ByMichelleOctober 29, 20190Comments

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We Tried Trader Joe’s Philly Cheesesteak Bao Buns

Dude, You Know What I'm Going to Say...I Should Have Known Better When I saw Trader Joe's Philly Cheesesteak Bao Buns in the freezer section, I paused and thought, "Well, it's either going to be surprisingly good or terrifying." They come in a box of four for $3.49. You've got two options are warming them…

ByMichelleOctober 24, 20190Comments

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Homemade Cheese Crackers

DIY Cheez-Its Are Perfect Reading Snacks...or For Holiday Parties In Sarina Bowen's new novel, MOONLIGHTER, pro hockey player Eric Bayer spends his off-season moonlighting at his family's security firm, The Company. He bodyguards a CEO and childhood friend on a trip to a conference in Hawaii. Once there, they discover there's just one bed in…

ByMichelleOctober 22, 20190Comments

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We Tried Trader Joe’s Everything But the Bagel Dip

Is there anything you can't do with Trader Joe's Everything But the Bagel sprinkle? One of TJ's top products in 2018, it was named "Favorite Condiment" by shoppers. Now, Trader Joe's latest application for the seasoning blend is to mix it into a Greek style yogurt dip. ($3.49 for an 8 oz. container). To make…

ByMichelleSeptember 15, 20190Comments

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We Tried Trader Joe’s Ketchup Flavored Spud Crunchies

Canadians have known forever that ketchup chips are delicious, but Americans have been slow to get on board. But this summer, Trader Joe's is bringing them to the American market in two ways -- as part of its 4-flavors-in-one-bag Patio Potato Chips, and now in Trader Joe's Ketchup Flavored Spud Crunchies ($1.99 for a 4…

ByMichelleJuly 17, 20190Comments